Justification:
This species is sometimes found in the aquarium trade and is found in East Africa and Madagascar, but no major threats are known. Although it is a relatively large species, it is found in deeper waters. It is listed as Least Concern, however more research is needed on its population and biology.

There are no known conservation measures in place for this species, although its distribution directly overlaps with several marine protected areas. More research is needed on this species' population levels, habitat, ecology, and its use in the aquarium trade.